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MATH 130 Statistics     3 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS algebra assessment score of at least 71 or a grade of “C” or better in MATH 121. A study of basic descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, probability distributions, sampling theory, hypothesis testing, analysis distributions, sampling theory, analysis of variance, and linear correlation and regression. Students are required to have a graphing calculator. Specifications will be made by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MATH 135 Math for Liberal Arts     4 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS algebra assessment score of at least 40 or a grade of “C” or better in MATH 101. This is a liberal arts mathematics course primarily intended for students who are not majoring in business or science. Emphasis is on the communication of mathematical ideas, problem solving, applications, and the historical nature of mathematics. Specific topics for this course are selected from the following areas: logic and reasoning, set theory, numeration systems, probability and statistics, number theory, graph theory, algebra and geometry, and the mathematics of finance and investment. Students are recommended to have a calculator capable of exponential and logarithmic computations. Specifications will be discussed by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MATH 140 Preparation for Calculus     4 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS college algebra assessment score of at least 43 or a grade of “C” or better in MATH 122. Topics in this course include: introductory plane geometry, algebraic functions and their graphs, introduction to theory of equations, combinations and binomial theorem, exponential and logarithmic functions, trigonometric functions, and arithmetic and geometric sequences. Students are required to have a graphing calculator. Specifications will be made by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MATH 141 Calculus I     5 CR
Prerequisite: COMPASS college algebra assessment score of at least 60 or a grade of “C” or better in MATH 140. Topics in this course include: limits, differentiation of algebraic and transcendental functions, the definite integral, fundamental theorem of calculus, and applications. Students are required to have a graphing calculator. Specifications will be made by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MATH 142 Calculus II     5 CR
Prerequisite: a grade of “C” or better in Math 141. A study of the techniques of integration, limits, series, and applications. Students are required to have a graphing calculator. Specifications will be made by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MATH 241 Calculus III     4 CR
Prerequisite: a grade of “C” or better in MATH 142. Vector calculus, partial derivatives, multiple integrals, and applications. Students are required to have a graphing calculator. Specifications will be made by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MATH 242 Differential Equations and Linear Algebra     4 CR
Prerequisite: a grade of “C” or better in MATH 241. A study of elementary differential equations, including an introduction to LaPlace transforms and applications, and systems of linear equations, including eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Students are required to have a graphing calculator. Specifications will be made by the instructor.  Lab Fee

MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGY (MELA)
MELA 100 Fundamentals of Medical Laboratory Technology     4 CR
Prerequisite: admission to the Medical Laboratory Technology Program. The student will acquire skills in and learn the theory associated with basic aspects of clinical laboratory science such as phlebotomy, centrifugation, specimen processing, pipetting, spectrophotometry, laboratory safety, lab mathematics, and microscopy. [48-32-80]  Lab Fee

MELA 120 Hematology     5 CR
This comprehensive study of blood includes the specific areas of red cells, white cells, and hemostasis. Normal blood plus conditions of anemia, leukemia, and bleeding will be covered. Laboratory techniques related to the analysis of blood will be integrated throughout the course. [48-64-112]   Lab Fee

MELA 135 Introduction to Medical Microbiology 2 CR
Prerequisite: admission to Medical Laboratory Technology Program. Introduction to the microorganisms affecting humans. Theoretical concepts, identification schemas, diagnostic characteristics, biochemical reactions, and isolation techniques will be covered. Laboratory will provide experience in isolation, identification, and performance of antimicrobial susceptibility tests of microorganisms that are medically important and commonly encountered. [32-32-64]   Lab Fee

MELA 140 Immunology/Body Fluid Analysis     3 CR
This comprehensive study of body fluids and immunology will cover both normal and disease states. Applicable laboratory exercises will be integrated throughout the course. [32-40-72]   Lab Fee

MELA 210 Clinical Chemistry     5 CR
This course involves the application of basic chemistry techniques to the physiology of biological systems. Emphasis is placed on the generation and interpretation of data and the use of electronic biomedical equipment. Appropriate laboratory exercises are integrated throughout the course. [54-62-116]  Lab Fee

MELA 220 Immunohematology     4 CR
This course covers the application of immunological techniques learned in MELA 140 to specific laboratory situations such as
antibody identification, crossmatching of blood, and the investigation of immunological problems of pregnancy. Appropriate laboratory exercises are integrated throughout the course. [42-46-88]  Lab Fee

MELA 235 Advanced Clinical Microbiology     3 CR
Prerequisite: successful completion of MELA 135. A continuation of concepts and principles of MELA 135. Identification techniques and clinical and laboratory diagnosis of infectious diseases will be discussed in detail. Includes discussion and practice of rapid diagnostic tests. [32-48-80]   Lab Fee

MELA 250 Seminar     1 CR
Prerequisite: must be taken concurrently with MELA 260. This comprehensive review of course work, which was completed previously, is designed to prepare the student for national certifying examinations, provide a forum for discussion of current issues in clinical laboratory science, and augment the concurrent clinical experience. Case studies, guest lecturers, and special projects are used.

MELA 260 Coordinated Clinical Practicum     14 CR
Prerequisite: completion of all other course work required for graduation, concurrent with MELA 250, or program coordinator approval. This is a fully-supervised, coordinated period of clinical experience, which takes place in an affiliated clinical laboratory facility as assigned by program officials. It is the capstone course in the Medical Laboratory Technology Program as it provides application and practice of skills acquired in previous course work. [0-720-720]

MELA 265 Advanced Clinical Practicum     10 CR
Prerequisites: completion of all other course work required for graduation, concurrent with MELA 250, laboratory work experience, or program coordinator's approval. This is a fully-supervised, coordinated period of clinical experience that takes place in an affiliated clinical laboratory facility as assigned by program officials. It is the capstone course in the Medical Laboratory Technology Program as it provides application and practice of skills acquired in previous course work. Past work experience in a clinical lab allows for a shortened practicum. [0-560-560]

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